Sankhua
About Sankhua
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sankhua village is 393877. Sankhua village is located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Khantapada is the gram panchayat of Sankhua village.
The total geographical area of village is 26 hectares. Sankhua has a total population of 203 peoples, out of which male population is 98 while female population is 105. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1071 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sankhua village is 75.37% out of which 79.59% males and 71.43% females are literate. There are about 51 houses in sankhua village. Pincode of sankhua village locality is 756043.
When it comes to administration, Sankhua village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sankhua village comes under Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balasore Lok Sabha constituency. Baleshwar is nearest town to sankhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Sankhua
The population details of Sankhua cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 98 | 105 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Connectivity of Sankhua
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankhua
Where is Sankhua located?
Sankhua village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhua is Khantapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sankhua?
The pincode of Sankhua is 756043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankhua is 203, with 98 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankhua village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankhua is 75.37%. The male literacy rate is 79.59%, while the female literacy rate is 71.43%.